Though the home had obvious midcentury charm when they found it, some of the period details were masked by architecturally incongruent additions over the years, including crown molding and a traditional fireplace mantel, details that seemed out of place within the context of the modern redesign. Through the renovation, the molding was taken down, as was the cast plaster mantle. The sleek new fireplace features a white oak custom bench made by Zack, accented by a vintage carnation milk crate from his mother’s childhood.